Name of Garden:
Hershey Gardens
History and Description:
You'll find Hershey Gardens is more than just "a nice garden of roses." - Milton S. Hershey
When approached to sponsor a national rosarium in Washington , D.C. , Milton S. Hershey instead decided to create a garden in Hershey, where he and the community could enjoy it. Hershey Gardens began with Mr. Hershey's request to "create a nice garden of roses."
The first 3-1/2; acre rose garden opened in 1937. By 1942 Hershey Gardens expanded to a dazzling 23-acre botanical garden. Now filled with breathtaking theme gardens, brilliant seasonal displays, unique trees, an outdoor Butterfly House and a wondrous Children's Garden - Hershey Gardens simply must be experienced!
Garden mission: Hershey Gardens is dedicated to horticultural excellence while providing valuable learning opportunities and inspiring memorable experiences.
Hershey Gardens is an operating division of The M.S. Hershey Foundation, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization.
Address:
Hershey Gardens
170 Hotel Road
Hershey, PA 17033
CONTACT - (717) 534-3492
Hours:
Open Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission:
Adults .................. $10
Seniors (62+) ...... $9
Youth (3-15) ........ $6
Children under 3 and members are FREE.
Website:
http://www.hersheygardens.org
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